Delia Varnon
Homewood,AL
Summary
Compassionate Graduate Nurse with 20 years of experience providing individualized patient care as a CNA. Demonstrated strengths in patient care, documentation, and clinical skills. Known for maintaining professionalism and calmness during crises, resulting in improved patient outcomes. Contributed to enhancing patient care protocols in previous roles.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff LPN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Birmingham, AL
08.2024 - Current
- Provided evidence-based care to patients through wound dressing and administering medication.
- Monitored vital signs, collected specimens, and documented patient information.
- Conducted assessments of patients' physical and mental health conditions.
- Evaluated patient progress towards goals set out by the care plan or physician's orders.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate them on optimal treatment procedures.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Birmingham, AL
06.2013 - 07.2024
- Aided patients in performing daily tasks like bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Effectively communicated any changes in the patient's health status to the medical team.
- Observed patients for alterations in their physical or mental condition.
- Assuring that patient information is accurate and up-to-date by documenting their care procedures, evolving needs, and relevant data.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stevens Home Health Care
Birmingham, AL
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Safely assisted patients with ambulation by utilizing appropriate equipment.
- Promoted overall wellness for patients by assisting with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene.
- Traveled to multiple healthcare settings, such as nursing homes, skilled facilities, and personal homes, to aid and enhance continuity of care.
Education
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Herzing University
Birmingham, AL05-2024
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL01-2018
Skills
- Medical Documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Health Education
- Wound Care
- Educating families
- Compassionate Care
- Care Planning
Certification
- LPN Licensure Number: 2-078206
- STOP II Safety Instructor
Professional Affiliations
- Black Nurses Association
Timeline
Staff LPN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2013 - 07.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stevens Home Health Care
01.2008 - 01.2015
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Herzing University
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Jefferson State Community College
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